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Spitting Image
6,593 listeners
Spitting Image was a satirical puppet show that ran on the United Kingdom's ITV television network from 1984 to 1996. The programme w… read moreSpitting Image was a satirical puppet show that ran on the United Kingdom's ITV television network from 1984 to 1996. The programme was produced by Spitting Image Productions for Central. In 1986, the Spitting Image puppets had a n… read moreSpitting Image was a satirical puppet show that ran on the United Kingdom's ITV television network from 1984 to 1996. The programme was produced by Spitting Image Productions for Central. In 1986, the Spitting Image puppets had a number one hit in the UK charts with The Chicken Song. Other … read more
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Neil
7,351 listeners
As the character "Neil" from British sit-com "The Young Ones", Nigel Planer gained a number two hit single in 1984 in t… read moreAs the character "Neil" from British sit-com "The Young Ones", Nigel Planer gained a number two hit single in 1984 in the form of "Hole in My Shoe", (originally a hit for sixties band Traffic). A cover of To… read moreAs the character "Neil" from British sit-com "The Young Ones", Nigel Planer gained a number two hit single in 1984 in the form of "Hole in My Shoe", (originally a hit for sixties band Traffic). A cover of Tomorrow's "My White Bicycle" was a less succes… read more
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Derek and Clive
5,304 listeners
Derek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances… read moreDerek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances were captured on the records Derek and Clive (Live) (1976), Derek and Clive Come Again (1977), an… read moreDerek and Clive is a double act of comedic characters created by Dudley Moore (Derek) and Peter Cook (Clive) in the 1970s. The performances were captured on the records Derek and Clive (Live) (1976), Derek and Clive Come Again (1977), and Derek and Clive Ad Nauseam (1978), as well as in a film do… read more
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Bad News
12,965 listeners
More than one artist shares this name. 1. Bad News are an British, spoof rock band, created for the Channel 4 television series The Comic Strip Presents…. Its members are Vim Fuego , vocals and lead guitar (played by Adrian Edmonds… read moreMore than one artist shares this name. 1. Bad News are an British, spoof rock band, created for the Channel 4 television series The Comic Strip Presents…. Its members are Vim Fuego , vocals and lead guitar (played by Adrian Edmondson); Den Dennis, rhythm guitar (Nigel Planer); Colin Grigson… read more
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Peter Cook & Dudley Moore
4,595 listeners
In the 60s and 70s, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore were a major part of the new comedy era, and Peter Cook was probably one of those who was t… read moreIn the 60s and 70s, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore were a major part of the new comedy era, and Peter Cook was probably one of those who was the most responsible for the change in direction of comedy. He wrote a couple of well received revu… read moreIn the 60s and 70s, Peter Cook and Dudley Moore were a major part of the new comedy era, and Peter Cook was probably one of those who was the most responsible for the change in direction of comedy. He wrote a couple of well received revues for the West End, Pieces of Eight, and then One over the … read more
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Alan Partridge
7,478 listeners
Alan Gordon Partridge is a fictional character portrayed by English comedian Steve Coogan. Two radio, three television and one Youtube seri… read moreAlan Gordon Partridge is a fictional character portrayed by English comedian Steve Coogan. Two radio, three television and one Youtube series – as well as several TV and radio specials, plus appearances on BBC's Comic Relief – have … read moreAlan Gordon Partridge is a fictional character portrayed by English comedian Steve Coogan. Two radio, three television and one Youtube series – as well as several TV and radio specials, plus appearances on BBC's Comic Relief – have tracked this spoof television and radio presenter through hi… read more
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Bill Bailey
22,340 listeners
Bill Bailey is a comedian / musician / actor from the Bath, UK. He first started touring in 1984 with other comedians such as Mark Lamarr a… read moreBill Bailey is a comedian / musician / actor from the Bath, UK. He first started touring in 1984 with other comedians such as Mark Lamarr and Toby Longworth. His live shows are a mixture of stand-up and original comic songs. He has four … read moreBill Bailey is a comedian / musician / actor from the Bath, UK. He first started touring in 1984 with other comedians such as Mark Lamarr and Toby Longworth. His live shows are a mixture of stand-up and original comic songs. He has four albums (two studio, two live) and four live DVDs. He plays M… read more
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Spike Milligan
9,507 listeners
Terrence Alan "Spike" Milligan (16 April 1918 - 27 February 2002) was a renowned Anglo-Irish comic, poet and surrealist. Widely … read moreTerrence Alan "Spike" Milligan (16 April 1918 - 27 February 2002) was a renowned Anglo-Irish comic, poet and surrealist. Widely regarded as the Godfather of British Comedy, he is best known for his work on The Goon Show with Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers. Not so well known is that he… read more
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Neil Innes
16,248 listeners
Neil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic… read moreNeil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic songs, best known for his collaborative work with Monty Python, and for playing in The Bonzo Dog … read moreNeil Innes (born Neil James Innes on 9 December 1944 in Danbury, Essex; died 29 December 2019) was an English writer and performer of comic songs, best known for his collaborative work with Monty Python, and for playing in The Bonzo Dog Band and later The Rutles. Attending Goldsmiths College, Lon… read more
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The Goons
16,849 listeners
There are two acts with the name "The Goons." 1. A DC punk band. The Goons released three studio albums: Living in America (1998)… read moreThere are two acts with the name "The Goons." 1. A DC punk band. The Goons released three studio albums: Living in America (1998). No Leaders (2001), and Nation In Distress (2003) as well as a live album "Live at the Black… read moreThere are two acts with the name "The Goons." 1. A DC punk band. The Goons released three studio albums: Living in America (1998). No Leaders (2001), and Nation In Distress (2003) as well as a live album "Live at the Black Cat" (2002) recorded in Washington, DC. 2. A British r… read more